The following is a joint press release from Belgrade School District and the City of Belgrade:
BELGRADE, Mont. – The Belgrade School District and the City of Belgrade proposed a land and building exchange to Belgrade voters on the November 5th ballot. Preliminary results as of 7:00 am Wednesday, November 6th, show the exchange passing by 6,042 to 2,809 votes. This exchange was proposed to the community as a collaboration between the District and the City to address immediate building space and land needs and prepare for future growth in Belgrade.
Superintendent Dede Semerad says, “We appreciate each vote that was cast and the confidence the community has shown in the City and District to work together to find unique and cost-effective solutions to our city’s challenges.” Neil Cardwell, City Manager, expands, “We deeply appreciate the community’s trust and support for this plan and thank the City Council for its …